1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Autobianchi |
| Model | GT | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 22 L |
